Pt Spec I - Orthopedic -Per Diem- Sd County Float

Sharp Healthcare; Santee (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Sharp HealthCare is seeking a Physical Therapist to perform evaluations and develop treatment plans within a busy clinic, with 8-hour shifts between 7 am and 7 pm. The role requires clinical excellence and coordination to maintain the Sharp Experience with zero defects and zero harm.

Candidates must be a California-licensed Physical Therapist and hold an AHA BLS Healthcare Provider certification. Weekend shifts are required as needed, with no on-call requirement.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved and accredited Physical Therapy program.
• California Licensed Physical Therapist (CA Physical Therapy Board) – REQUIRED.
• AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professionals – REQUIRED.

Responsibilities

• Patient care and operational excellence: Delivers efficient and effective patient care with evidence-based practices and clear care pathways.
• Documentation: Follows HIPAA, completes notes and billing daily.
• Professional development: Seeks mentorship, participates in department meetings and trainings.

Skills

Clinical PT

Education

Graduate of an approved PT program

CA Licensed Physical Therapist

AHA BLS Healthcare Provider

Job description

Hours** :**

Shift Start Time:

Variable

Shift End Time:

Variable

AWS Hours Requirement:

8/40 - 8 Hour Shift

Additional Shift Information:

8 hour shifts between the hours of 7 am to 7 pm

Weekend Requirements:

As Needed

On-Call Required:

No

Hourly Pay Range (Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum):

$52.360 - $67.570 - $75.690

The stated pay scale reflects the range that Sharp reasonably expects to pay for this position. The actual pay rate and pay grade for this position will be dependent on a variety of factors, including an applicant’s years of experience, unique skills and abilities, education, alignment with similar internal candidates, marketplace factors, other requirements for the position, and employer business practices.

What You Will Do

Performs physical therapy evaluations of patients with various physical disabilities, conditions, injuries, etc. Designs and implements efficient and effective treatment plans. Develops and implements programs in support of the PT clinic’s pursuit to provide the Sharp Experience with a commitment to zero defects and zero harm.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved and accredited professional Physical Therapy school or program.
• California Licensed Physical Therapist (PT) - CA Physical Therapy Board -REQUIRED
• AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association -REQUIRED

Preferred Qualifications

• experience in all aspects of Physical Therapy

Essential Functions

• Patient Care and Operational Excellence
  Delivers efficient and effective patient care by combining clinical expertise with current evidence, best practices, and patient values.
  Ensures timely initiation of care and seamless follow-up appointments to adhere to the plan of care.
  Provides patients with clear pathways to access the required expertise and resources.
  Consistently monitors patients’ progress and progresses programs accordingly.
  Efficiently uses staffing and clinic resources by streamlining intra- and inter-departmental communication, minimizing waste, and ensuring the timely coordination of care.
  Minimize risks to patients by carefully considering co-morbidities, following safety protocols, and ensuring a safe treatment environment. Meets department standards for patient access.
• Documentation
  Documentation follows all SHC policy and procedures for confidentiality and HIPAA guidelines.
  Documentation meets all third-party payer (Medicare, PPO, Work Comp and HMO) and regulatory requirements.
  Completes all notes and billing daily.
  Completes all tasks and documentation needs (i.e. utilization management, plan of care, medical necessity reviews) based on department and regulatory requirements.
• Professional and Departmental Development
  Identifies needs for self-development in patient care and departmental operations.
  Demonstrates initiative in seeking mentorship and peer consultation.
  Consistently attends, actively, and positively participates in clinic meetings, rehab department meetings, in-services, and programs related to job responsibilities.

Sharp HealthCare is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability or any other protected class